65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best holiday ever!
It was a lifetime ambition to visit Okavango and we had a bewildering choice to make. In the end we went for Rob as we had known him years before and I know his father-in-law. From the start Rob arranged everything so well including the best time to visit. The combination of dry 3 nights at Xini in Moremi, 2 at Motsiri for makoro and boat and then back to Khwai with the team was perfect. On arrival Killor our guide said we would not be joined by others! The tent and bed were very comfortable and the dawn and evening and some night drives worked well with a rest after lunch and then a shower. The food thanks to Bishop excellent and Joseph looked after us so well. We were incredibly lucky to see leopards including a mother with her cub chasing off an eagle (wow! David Attenborough eat your heart out), 15 lions, wild dogs, roan, bush pig, jackals, serval, etc. Wonderful birds and trees and everything was explained so well. Understanding our tiny place in the whole of creation and how it all works together was truly uplifting. At Motsiri I went against my resolution not to walk in the bush (I grew up in Joburg) and so glad I did as we saw elephants across the river in complete safety. On arrival at the Khwai camp we watched elephants from our tent as they crossed the river so close by - amazing! Killor was expert in finding wildlife and the 2 lionesses eating a zebra foal and the 4 lionesses with a playful cub on the main road will always stay with us. But it is not all about big cats. You cannot have elephants without plants and frogs! I did slip getting off the vehicle and grazed my leg but Killor had cream for that and it was dressed at the clinic at the Victoria Falls Avani hotel. We had 2 nights there and were able to go on the train, helicopter (awesome) and river cruise. I cannot stop raving about this trip - we have been all over the world but this was just fantastic. We will definitely return - start saving now!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Experience Uganda- Delivers Beyond Your Wildest Dreams
Kevin and Leslie provided us with a bespoke Uganda from the frenzy If Kampala to the majestic Mountain Gorillas (how did you manage to cue the forest elephants!).
With our wonderful guide Sam we expedienced a remarkable range of wildlife. Lions, elephants, chimps and gorillas plus the wonderful birds of Africa. You must book with Experience Uganda it is by far the best.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great Program, Great Staff, Very Professional and Organized
Throughout May and June I traveled to Kruger National Park for weekend trips with 3 groups of 30 students and lecturers with Kruger Park Travel. Kylie and her team were extremely accommodating and made sure everything ran smoothly. Pre-program questions were answered in a very timely manner. Kylie was willing to make changes to the schedule to help fit the specific interests of our students. Food, travel, and accommodation were tasty and very comfortable. They were able to accommodate vegetarians, vegans, nut allergies, as well as gluten and lactose intolerant individuals. The game drives were absolutely incredible. We saw more wildlife that I expected and the guides were knowledgable and very fun to be with. They took time to explain even the little things and kept the students very entertained throughout the day. Kylie organized local dancers to put on a show for us after dinner at the lodge as well as a trip to a nearby cultural village to help make the most of the experience. I will certainly be using Kruger Park Travel in the future and would recommend them to other tourists and travelers.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic service from beginning to end
I have just returned from a 10 day safari with Crystal Safaris in Uganda and Rwanda. I don't normally write reviews on these sort of sites, but really felt I should on this occasion. Put simply, our tour with Crystal was fantastic from beginning to end - it exceeded our expectations in every respect.
Barbara, who helped to organise the trip, was really responsive in answering our many questions(!) and helping to tailor a trip that was personalised to our needs and interests.
We were met at the airport by our guide, Jonah, who was a fantastic companion throughout our trip. Really knowledgeable about all the wildlife we saw (including a staggering knowledge of bird life!), always cheery despite some very early mornings and great company at mealtimes to learn more about the areas we were visited. Time and again, Jonah went out of his way to make sure we had the best experience possible.
The vehicle we had, too, was ideally suited for the trip - spacious and reliable, with big windows and a pop-up roof that was ideal for game driving.
Despite being on quite a strict budget, the accommodation and food we had throughout the trip was far beyond our expectations - which added an unexpected element of luxury to the trip.
When staying at one of the lodges we also had the chance to meet Christine, the co-founder of the company, who hails from Kibale in Uganda. It was fantastic to chat to her about how she had founded the company, and all the work she puts in to helping the company stand out in a crowded market.
In summary, a truly memorable experience from beginning to end, facilitated fantastically by Crystal Safaris. Couldn't recommend them highly enough!
KW
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beyond Perfect.
I found Axis Africa Safaris while i was browsing about Kenya and the travel agencies. I read couple of reviews and they sounded very genuine. So, i thought to give it a try and i am glad that i did. It was my first solo trip and i was nervous but Eric and Team, made my 5 days and 4 night stay wonderful.
I had a major issue with my luggage. It got delayed by few days and i was already off to Masai Mara but hats off to Eric that he did back and forth on my behalf with the airlines to make sure that i got my luggage. That was beyond asked for. I am so grateful.
My tour guide was Isaac. If you ever go through Axis Africa, please ask for Isaac. He is the man. He is a great driver and a tour guide. Very polite, very respectful and very helpful. We had such a great safari experience because of him.
The company provided a good accommodation throughout in various places (all clean and tidy). Overall, they provided good service and took great care of us.
NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We had a great time! Everything worked perfectly
I truly enjoyed my trip to the Masai Mara, with the Mara Explorer Camp being a strong feature in that beautiful picture. The service provided, the people, the space, the tents, the tours, everything was exactly if not more than I expected! A camp build in nature, one with nature with the most sweet and welcoming people running it! I loved it to bits and I am definitely going to try and go back.
QA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome Kenyan safari experience
We had a private customized 9-day Kenyan safari starting in the last week of June . Visited Samburu, Ol Pajeta, Aberdares, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and Masai Mara. Accomodation (in tented camps & lodges) and vehicle (4 x 4 with hatch top) were good.(excepting some minor house-keeping issues at Ashnil Mara). We are deeply appreciative of Mr. Robert(who communicated and co-ordinated the itinerary efficiently) and especially to our guide cum-driver-- Mr. Anthony Gitau (who was knowledgeable, lively, cheerful, prompt, adaptive and skillful) for giving us an awesome , safe and enjoyable trip and helping us to see the beauty of Africa at it's best. We were fortunate to witness the wilderbeest migration and crossing of the Mara river, the Big Five and a host of other birds and animals thanks to Anthony's sharp and swift tracking skills. We highly recommend Beacon safaris.
Nairobi, Naivasha, Mara and Mombasa
Timely communication and great service from drivers and tour guides. Fun times, the holiday went really fast!
IN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best vacation ever!
Chalo Africa team especially Smitha was very helpful in planning my holiday to Kenya and Tanzania. Everything went as planned and we had an amazing time. The team was very patient in answering all my queries before the trip and a WhatsApp group during the trip helped us in sorting out any small issues that we encountered In Africa.. The entire team of Asilia Africa and Chalo Africa coordinated so well to ensure we had a comfortable stay. I highly recommend using Chalo Africa for planning your African adventure :) Falwless team. Thank you once again ❤️
US
Amazing animal sightings!
We had a great experience with Seven by Far. Communication was rapid and arranging the safari was very easy. Our guide, Robin, was terrific and extremely knowledgeable. He seemed to know exactly where to position us to get the best sightings and photos -- not only where the animals were, but where they were going to go next! Highlights included a cheetah mother and three adolescent cubs feasting on a fresh kill in the Mara and and up-close encounter with the famous elephant "Tim" in Amboseli. Highly recommend Seven by Far!